Volunteer
Our volunteers are the driving force that enables MDA to accelerate its worldwide research program and provide diagnostic and follow-up care through some 230 clinics nationwide. Volunteers are the backbone of the Association’s programs, helping with summer camp, support groups, seminars, Telethon, special events and many other programs.
MDA special events are a fun way to raise vital funds for the battle against neuromuscular diseases. If you’d like more information about participating in the fun events described below, please call your local MDA representative. To learn more about Alaskan sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sandy Baker, MDA Alaska’s director, at (907) 276-2131 or via e-mail at sbaker@mdausa.org.
MDA Events and Volunteer Requirements
October 15th – Ketchikan Lock Up
Held in Ketchikan. A few volunteers would be needed from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Location is at Annabelle’s Chowder House.
December 3rd - Hacienda Lock-Up in Wasilla
Our annual Lock-Up event in Wasilla. Volunteers are needed to assist with “arresting” (picking up the person at their job) “Jailbirds” in “paddy wagons” (rental cars), photographing the event, assisting with miscellaneous jobs, etc.. 10 volunteers will be needed between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm.
Times and volunteer needs may change. Further information could be provided to you as the events draw closer.
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Telethon
The Telethon is the single most important fundraising event of the year for MDA. Funds raised help the Association carry on its fight against more than 40 neuromuscular diseases, including a worldwide program of basic and applied research, a nationwide network of comprehensive medical and support services, and extensive professional and public education. Children and adults with neuromuscular diseases benefit directly from dollars raised during the Telethon.
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Research
MDA is the world's largest non-governmental sponsor of research seeking the causes of and effective treatments for neuromuscular diseases, sponsoring some 400 research projects annually.
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MDA Worldwide
MDA has long had a worldwide impact. Since 1951, MDA has funneled almost $50 million to researchers in 36 countries on six continents. And many times that amount has been awarded in MDA research grants in the United States.